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The article "THE LOOK BOOK: GEORGIAN-ERA COSPLAYERS" features individuals from various professions and backgrounds discussing their experiences and outfits at an event. Participants shared details about their outfits, interactions at the event, and personal anecdotes related to their attire. The article provides a glimpse into the diverse and creative expressions of individuals engaging in Georgian-era cosplay. [Extracted from the article]

Colleges and universities commonly have controversial speakers on campus, typically invited by a student organization. Student protests of controversial speakers are almost just as common. Such protests often involve students shouting down, interrupting, or engaging in disruptions that are aimed at canceling the event. These disruptions are commonly called a "heckler's veto." [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on the AHA's opposition to Iowa's HF 2545 bill, urging Governor Kim Reynolds to veto it, including the AHA's concerns about distortions in the bill, its bypassing of the state's curriculum development process, and the imposition of restrictive guidelines on history courses.

(Bloomberg) -- Nippon Steel Corp. offered to give the US government a veto over any reduction in US Steel Corp.'s production capacity in a last-ditch effort to get President Joe Biden's approval for its takeover of the American steelmaker, the Washington Post reported.The proposal is aimed at addressing concerns raised by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the US, or CFIUS, which said last week that the Japanese company's takeover of US Steel would lead to a decline in American steel output, the newspaper said.©2024 Bloomberg L.P.By Doug AlexanderReported by Author [Extracted from the article]

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the Philippines' 6.3 trillion peso budget for 2025 after vetoing 194 billion pesos of allocations, citing the need for prudence to avoid increasing the deficit. The budget, crucial for Philippine growth, faced scrutiny due to upcoming midterm elections. The signing ceremony was delayed as concerns were raised over cuts in allocations for computers and higher funding for public works, with the Makati Business Club questioning the need for extra money going to Congress. [Extracted from the article]

CVC Capital Partners Plc is considering purchasing Vivendi SE's 24% stake in Telecom Italia SpA, potentially leading to a takeover of Italy's largest telecommunications company. The stake is valued at approximately €1 billion, and discussions are ongoing, with CVC possibly seeking a full takeover and restructuring of Telecom Italia. Other potential suitors, such as Bain Capital and Apax Partners LLP, are also reportedly interested in the stake. The Italian government, which owns a stake in Telecom Italia, may need to approve any takeover involving foreign buyers in the competitive Italian telecommunications market. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the competition among European leaders, including Emmanuel Macron, Giorgia Meloni, and Viktor Orban, to gain the attention of US President Donald Trump. Each leader has their own approach and agenda when it comes to engaging with Trump, with Orban being praised for his quasi-authoritarianism and conservative nationalism. The article also touches on Trump's incoming administration's skepticism of Ukraine aid and the efforts of leaders like Boris Johnson and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to influence Trump's policies. Ultimately, the article highlights the uncertainty of which European voice will prevail in shaping Trump's decisions. [Extracted from the article]

It's been 13 years to one of the most bizarre trade sagas in NBA history which saw David Stern stop the Lakers from landing Chris Paul in his prime. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary has threatened to veto the European Union's next long-term budget unless Hungary's frozen funds are released due to rule-of-law and corruption concerns. Orban's stance could impact the approval of the EU's seven-year budget from 2028, which requires unanimity among the 27 member states. Investors are concerned about the approximately €20 billion the EU is withholding from Hungary, leading to a negative outlook on Hungary's debt grade by Moody's Ratings. Orban's government argues that funds released in 2023 will cover the economy's needs until 2026, despite opposition groups making unlocking EU funds a key campaign promise. [Extracted from the article]

The article from Auto Express discusses the review of the ZEV mandate, which requires car manufacturers to sell more electric vehicles leading up to a ban on internal combustion engine models. The review was prompted by concerns that drivers are not interested in purchasing electric cars in sufficient numbers. The author suggests that the government needs to consider the barriers to EV adoption and not just focus on meeting targets to avoid fines. [Extracted from the article]

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing a leadership challenge as the main opposition party seeks to control the annual budget, potentially hindering his policy implementation ahead of Donald Trump's return. The opposition has cut 4.1 trillion won from the proposed budget and aims to limit spending by the presidential office, prosecutors, and police. The budget tussle reflects power struggles and concerns over economic risks, particularly in semiconductor development, as South Korea braces for potential trade disruptions under Trump's presidency. [Extracted from the article]

UniCredit's unexpected bid for Banco BPM has caused confusion within Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government, as they try to determine the impact on their plans to create Italy's third major banking group. CEO Andrea Orcel's €10 billion all-share bid for Banco BPM has raised questions about his motives, especially as UniCredit is also pursuing an acquisition of Commerzbank AG. Italian officials are concerned that this takeover bid may disrupt their strategy to create a stronger Italian banking group. Orcel's move has sparked speculation and uncertainty about the future of banking consolidation in Italy. [Extracted from the article]

The European Union is preparing a new set of sanctions to target Russia's shadow fleet of tankers used to transport oil, with a focus on individuals involved in the trade. These sanctions, expected to be approved by the end of the year, aim to restrict the movement of Russian crude and cut Moscow's revenues. The EU is also planning a larger sanctions package for early next year, which may include trade restrictions and tariffs on Russian agricultural goods. Some member states are advocating for targeting Russia's LNG trade as well. [Extracted from the article]

The article from Bloomberg.com discusses how Marine Le Pen, leader of France's National Rally party, may be banned from running in the next presidential race due to an embezzlement trial. Prosecutors are seeking a five-year ban for Le Pen and her party for allegedly misusing EU funds. The trial could impact Le Pen's political influence and her party's credibility ahead of the 2027 presidential race. [Extracted from the article]

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The recent City Council vote to override Mayor Eric Adams' veto has sparked an essential conversation about housing affordability in New York. In theory, the council's plan to expand rental [...]

Byline: NICK GARBER The City Council voted earlier this month to override Mayor Eric Adams' veto of four bills expanding access to rental aid for tenants at risk of eviction, [...]

The article discusses China's ambitions and seeks a world order that defers to states and their rulers. Topics include China's goal to replace existing rules with its own under the leadership of President XI Jinping; China's ambitions to concrete in the United Nation, where it is one of five permanent, veto-wielding members of the Security Council; and China claims to be neutral over Ukraine war. It also discusses its China's political, foreign and economic policies.

Given a finite set of alternatives, the ranking problem statement builds a preference pre-order (partial or complete) on this set. In this paper, we are interested in multiple criteria ranking problems with a hierarchical structure of criteria; more precisely, we are interested in the existing hierarchical E lectre III method. This method requires eliciting several preference parameters (namely, the weights and the veto thresholds). A direct elicitation of such parameters can be cognitively very demanding; thus, it is adequate to define the parameters in a way that requires much less cognitive effort from the decision-maker. The model parameters can be indirectly elicited by using holistic information provided by the decision-maker; this information can be given in the form of a ranking on a set of reference alternatives and some additional preference information. This paper proposes an aggregation-disaggregation approach for inferring the model parameters of the hierarchical E lectre III based on an evolutionary algorithm. To verify the applicability and validity of the proposed preference disaggregation methodology, an illustrative example is addressed regarding the ranking of a set of universities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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France and Germany are expressing reservations about an EU proposal to bypass Hungary's veto on providing over €6 billion in aid to Ukraine. The proposal suggests allowing member states to make voluntary contributions to the European Peace Facility for military equipment funding, rather than requiring unanimous support. Concerns have been raised about the potential implications of setting a precedent for future foreign policy tools, with some countries noting that voluntary contributions may need approval from national parliaments. The issue of Hungary's veto on Ukraine aid has led to discussions on alternative solutions, with the possibility of requiring unanimous support from all 27 member states for the voluntary plan. [Extracted from the article]

In a recent address, Kishore Mahbubani advocated for India to replace the United Kingdom on the UN Security Council to strengthen the organization. He highlighted India's growing global influence and emphasized the need for a more inclusive and effective UN. Mahbubani also discussed India's role in shaping the new world order, focusing on multi-civilisational, multi-polar, and multi-lateral principles, as well as the country's potential to bridge East-West perspectives. [Extracted from the article]

BUSINESSCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a first-of-its-kind AI safety bill this week, said Lara Korte and Jeremy B. White in Politico. The divisive bill "would have required the largest AI models to certify safety testing before deployment" and include a "kill switch" that could shut down the model in an emergency. Leading researchers and, somewhat surprisingly, Elon Musk backed the measure, but the "tech-friendly governor has for months warned against stymieing California's burgeoning AI industry." Newsom signed "a less sweeping bill" to "study AI risks." [Extracted from the article]

The European Union is exploring ways to bypass Hungary's veto on funding for Ukraine, which has blocked over €6 billion in aid. One proposal being considered is allowing member states to make voluntary contributions to the European Peace Facility, which would enable funds to flow based on the consent of contributors rather than unanimous support. Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has been vocal in opposing EU assistance to Ukraine, and his ties with Russia have drawn criticism from EU leaders. The issue will be discussed further by EU ambassadors, but it remains uncertain how much support the plan will receive. [Extracted from the article]

Governor Newsom's veto of California's AI bill has sparked debate on AI regulation ahead of the 2024 election, raising concerns. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Delaware Governor John Carney has vetoed legislation that would have legalized assisted suicide in the state. In his veto message, the Governor acknowledged the deeply personal nature of the issue and the thoughtful views of both supporters and opponents. He stated that he does not believe a firm consensus has been reached on this difficult issue, and he remains morally opposed to state laws enabling someone to take their own life. This is the second consecutive veto against legalizing assisted suicide by a governor, with the previous veto coming from the Republican governor of Nevada. The opposition to assisted suicide is bipartisan, with elected Democrats in states like New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts opposing legalization. The opposition is also culturally and religiously diverse, including the disability rights community and notable atheists. The continued resistance from medical associations, such as the American Medical Association, is significant. While the assisted suicide movement may return in the future, the longer it is held at bay, the more likely America can avoid becoming a culture of death like Canada. [Extracted from the article]

Trump repeatedly declined to say during the presidential debate last month whether he would veto a national abortion ban. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

(Bloomberg) -- California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a contentious artificial intelligence safety bill that would have required companies to make sure their AI models don't cause major harm.The bill, called SB 1047, was poised to be one of the most consequential pieces of AI regulation in the US, given California's central position in the tech ecosystem and the lack of federal legislation for artificial intelligence. In recent weeks, the bill had divided the AI industry and drawn significant criticism from some tech leaders and prominent Democrats.©2024 Bloomberg L.P.By Shirin GhaffaryReported by Author [Extracted from the article]

India's central bank is facing uncertainty over the appointment of new members to its monetary policy committee (MPC) and the future leadership of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The contracts of three external members of the MPC are set to expire just days before the committee is expected to make its rate decision. The government-appointed selection panel has not disclosed the likely candidates or when their names will be released. The delay in appointments could lead to a repeat of 2020 when the rate decision had to be postponed. The contracts of both Governor Shaktikanta Das and his deputy in charge of monetary policy, Michael Patra, are also coming to an end. The lack of transparency in the selection process has raised concerns, with analysts suggesting that India should adopt a more open and public process like the Bank of England. The appointments are made by a selection panel led by the governor, the Cabinet Secretary, and the Economic Affairs Secretary, with final sign-off from the Prime Minister's office. The RBI and the Prime Minister's office have not provided further information on the appointments. Despite the uncertainty, analysts do not expect a sharp pivot in monetary policy in the October meeting, as the internal RBI members remain the same and Governor Das has the casting vote in case of a tie. [Extracted from the article]

"I think that I've learned my lesson on speaking for the president before he and I have actually talked about an issue," Vance said on "Meet the Press" on Sunday. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Trump's running mate, Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, said last month that Trump would veto a national abortion ban. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the recent comments made by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) regarding the possibility of conducting a caste census in India. The Congress party has questioned whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi will "hijack" their guarantee and conduct the census now that the RSS has given its approval. The RSS has stated that it has no objection to collecting data on specific communities or castes as long as it is used for their welfare and not for political gain. The Congress party has raised concerns about the RSS's role in deciding whether a caste census should be conducted and has also questioned the RSS's silence on the issue of removing the cap on reservation for marginalized communities. The article highlights the ongoing debate between political parties regarding the need for a caste census and its implications for policy-making. [Extracted from the article]

BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi criticized the Congress for politicizing the caste census issue, stating that the focus should be on addressing social concerns rather than political agendas. He responded to a statement by Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, who questioned the BJP's stance on the caste census. Naqvi also commented on the potential alliance between Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party in Haryana and took a dig at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He also discussed the Supreme Court's stance on the bulldozer action in Uttar Pradesh, stating that it created a sense of security and trust in society. [Extracted from the article]

This section offers dance-related updates as of August 2024. Topics include stories shared by dancers about a time they fell while dancing and the lessons they learned from it and the decision by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to veto 32 million U.S. dollars in arts and culture funding and its impact on dance organizations in the state.

Governor Ron DeSantis has vetoed over $32 million in arts and culture funding from the state budget, impacting arts education, jobs, and the state's economy. Some organizations in Central Florida, such as the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, are facing significant budget cuts and may have to cancel public programming and cut staff. Critics argue that the veto represents a direct attack on freedom of expression and basic human needs. In other news, the United Auto Workers (UAW) has filed a labor complaint against Donald Trump and Elon Musk for comments they made about firing striking workers. The UAW claims that Trump and Musk illegally attempted to threaten and intimidate workers engaging in protected concerted activity. Additionally, the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 555 expects to qualify a measure on the November ballot in Oregon that would require owners of cannabis dispensaries and processors to allow workers to unionize without interference. The measure aims to provide worker protections in an industry that currently lacks them. Furthermore, a bipartisan group of senators has introduced the NO FAKES Act, which aims to protect people's voices and visual likenesses from being exploited with artificial intelligence (AI) re-creations without their permission. The bill would establish increased protections for individuals' right of publicity and give them more power to seek damages from those who create or traffic in unconsented deepfakes and voice clones. Finally, all eight unions representing adjunct professors at public institutions in Florida have been decertified due to a new [Extracted from the article]

Ohio Sen. JD Vance said he and former President Donald Trump are opposed to banning abortion nationally—though Trump has signaled some openness to federal restrictions that stop short of a ban. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Alec Baldwin, a veteran actor, is facing a career crisis as he reluctantly begins filming a reality show that he never wanted to do. Despite avoiding a jail sentence, Baldwin is regretting his decision to sign up for the show, which he did out of desperation leading up to his trial. His wife, Hilaria, has wanted to do a show like this for a while, but Baldwin had always vetoed the idea. Now, he is locked into the show and receiving scripts for other projects that he can't pursue. [Extracted from the article]

Is Brandon Aiyuk Vetoing Browns Trade to Land with Steelers? Tracker [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The presents the statement of U.S. House of Representative Sheila Jackson Lee during a debate on September 28, 2016 regarding the veto of President Barack Obama of Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (S. 2040) (JASTA). Topics mentioned include the concern over sovereign immunity, ensuring that the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorism have access in court, and the efforts of the U.S. Homeland Security Committee to respond to issues on national security.

The article offers the insights from U.S. Representative Mac Thornberry regarding the U.S. president's veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA) which will allow the victims of terrorism to sue the foreign country linked to the assault. He mentions his concerns on the unintended consequences of the law to the state security, the vulnerability of U.S. servicemen to foreign legal actions, and the concern on the harmful effect of the law on U.S. Department of Defense.

The article from New Internationalist's Agony Uncle addresses a reader's dilemma about whether to express concerns about their friend's new partner. The reader is unsure if they should say something and risk damaging their relationship or pretend to enjoy meeting the partner. The Agony Uncle advises caution and suggests that, in most cases, it is best to say nothing. The act of entering a relationship is seen as a signal that the person is off-limits for free comment. The Agony Uncle encourages the reader to focus on maintaining their friendship and supporting their friend, regardless of their opinion of the partner. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on President Biden's veto of a congressional resolution aimed at overturning the National Labor Relations Board's joint-employer rule, which could potentially affect workers claiming employment under more than one employer.

The European Union has found a way to bypass Hungary's veto on funding for Ukraine by using profits from the sale of frozen Russian assets. The EU had previously allocated 90% of the proceeds to military aid, but Hungary had been holding up approval of the necessary legal measures. The EU has now devised a legal workaround that does not require unanimity for foreign policy decisions, setting a precedent that could enable G7 leaders to raise a $50 billion loan for Ukraine. Hungary's obstruction of EU decisions has led to discussions on how to insulate the bloc's decisions from Budapest's actions, including potential amendments to EU treaty provisions or revoking Hungary's voting rights. [Extracted from the article]

The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for two Russian military leaders, Chief of the General Staff Gen. Valery Vasilyevich Gerasimov and former Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, for their alleged involvement in planning and overseeing the Ukraine invasion. The warrants accuse them of directing attacks on civilian objects and causing harm to civilians and civilian objects. Russian saboteurs are also suspected of starting a fire at a Berlin factory that manufactures air-defense systems, and a military electronics production facility near Moscow caught fire. Ukrainian forces have reportedly attacked a Russian space communications facility in Crimea. The US is expected to announce $150 million in military aid for Ukraine, and Denmark will stop training Ukrainian pilots to fly F-16s. Global shipping prices are rising due to the Iran-backed Houthis' naval terrorism campaign off Yemen's coasts, potentially leading to product shortages and delays. Taiwan is seeking to develop a drone force, but faces challenges due to Chinese manufacturers being the main source for the components it needs. The German, French, and Spanish air forces are conducting joint drills across four continents to demonstrate Europe's commitment to the Indo-Pacific region. The White House has threatened to veto a defense appropriations bill due to partisan policy provisions. The US Surgeon General has declared gun violence a public-health crisis. The Army has confirmed that a House lawmaker is ineligible for the combat badge he wears. [Extracted from the article]